After the Pacers win in San Antonio Alex Golden is joined by Rhett Bauer and Mark Schindler to discuss: Aaron Holiday's play of late, the growth of Edmond Sumner, TJ McConnell's reputation as a good defender, Caris LeVert's post game comments, the pros to only keeping one center, which center should they keep and have we seen enough this season to make a definitive decision, Goga's growth and if it makes one of TurBonis expendable and lastly, the guys make predictions on if the Pacers will finish above .500 this season.

Setting The Pace: A Pacers Podcast

5 Questions on the Pacers with Mark Schindler and Rhett Bauer

Alex and Facci are joined by Mark Montieth to recap the Pacers meltdown in the 4th quarter, what is the cause of their unsuccessful play, the issues with the makeup of this roster, whether or not McConnell should be playing as much as he is and what the ultimate ceiling is for this team with a healthy T.J. Warren.

Mark Montieth on the Pacers Struggles + What Areas the Pacers need to Improve the Roster

Alex and Facci jump right into Indiana's horrific game against the Wizards. The guys discuss what went wrong and why it was such a horrific loss. Next, Chris Denari comes on to discuss the game, the Trade Deadline, the recent play of the team, the LeVert trade, Oladipo not playing, answers your mailbag questions and shares his favorite moment with Quinn this season. Later, Alex and Facci discuss Oladipo missing Wednesday's game against the Pacers, and whether or not they'll ever see Oladipo against Indiana in a Miami jersey.

Chris Denari Mailbag Podcast + Victor OUT for Pacers vs. Heat

Alex Golden discusses the news he heard on the team regarding the Trade Deadline.

What Happened at the Trade Deadline?

Facci and Alex start off the show playing a new game called "Who he ALMOST TRADE for"! Next, the guys recap the Pacers monster win in Dallas.Next, the guys look at the upcoming week and discuss the big games ahead. The guys go in depth on whether or not Oladipo will play in the Wednesday game against the Heat, and what that rivalry means.Lastly, Alex and Facci discuss whether or not the Pacers could win a playoff series. With so much uncertainty with seeds 4-10, the guys look at the best case scenario for the Pacers.

Can the Pacers win a Playoff Series? Week Preview, Dallas Recap and will Oladipo Play vs Pacers Wednesday?

Alex and Facci kick off the show discussing the NBA Trade Deadline, and how the moves impacted the Pacers. The guys look closely at the Victor Oladipo trade and compare it to the deal Indiana made for him, potential buyout candidates with the departure of Jalen Lecque and what the T.J. Warren injury means for the current Pacers team. Later, Alex is joined by Derek Schultz to discuss the news of Oshae Brissett, the Pacers inactivity at the deadline, the reason Derek said this team was "boring" in a tweet a few weeks ago, the missed draft picks that have set this team back over the last 4 seasons and why Pacers fans should give Bjorkgren a longer time to prove himself with a healthy roster + the reason you should be monitoring this team closely down the stretch of the season: Caris LeVert.

T.J. Warren OUT for the Rest of the Season + How the NBA Trade Deadline Impacts the Pacers the Remainder of the Season

Facci and Alex are back to discuss all the rumors that came out today on two of the Pacers best players: Domantas Sabonis and Malcolm Brogdon. The guys look at what players could be moved by the deadline and possibly the off-season, the players who might not like the new system and what adjustments Bjorkgren would have to make if the Pacers went with one center over the TurBonis duo. Also, Alex shares a rumored Mavericks trade proposal that involved both Brogdon and Sabonis.

Pacers Taking Calls on Sabonis and Brogdon? + Players Reportedly Unhappy with Bjorkgren and His System

Alex and Facci start off today's show with some love to the Pacers for their South Beach sweep against the Heat. The guys look at how the team played and how this series can be a building block for the future. Later in the segment, the guys discuss the decision of Bjorkgren to not play Myles during the 4th, and why the Sabonis vs Turner conversation needs to halt. Next, the guys debate who is holding Aaron Holiday back from untapping his full potential, as well as look at his trade value and potential guys that would make sense for the team. Later, Facci and Alex recap the night to forget in Milwaukee, and look at how the 3rd quarter for LeVert could be something he can build upon going forward. Lastly. To all of our subscribers, it helps us out tremendously if you can download the episode you're listening too. We just released some new merchandise as well! Head on over to @AlexGoldenNBA's twitter to see the pinned tweet of the brand new Pacers shirt.

Pacers Sweep in South Beach, Aaron Holiday Rumors + A Night to Forget in Milwaukee

Alex and Facci start off the show displaying their frustrations with this team. Alex suggests that while we like all of these players individual that they might not be the greatest fit together. Next, Giancarlo Navas of The Miami Heat Beat podcast, joins Alex and Facci for a little Pacers Heat Preview. Later, Facci goes one-on-one with Keith Smith about The Trade Deadline and potential Buyout Candidates.

IND-MIA Series Preview, Trade Deadline & Buyout Candidates + Does The Pacers Roster Fit Together?

Alex and Facci start off the show displaying their frustrations with this team. Alex suggests that while we like all of these players individual that they might not be the greatest fit together. Next, Giancarlo of The Miami Heat Beat podcast joins Alex and Facci for a little Pacers Heat Preview. Later, Facci goes one-on-one with Keith Smith about The Trade Deadline and potential Buyout Candidates.

The Pacers failed to show up in the 4th quarter against Denver, so Alex and Facci look at what was the cause of that, why the Turner-less minutes were atrocious and debate what was the cause of Sabonis' frustrations after being pulled from the game. Later, Alex and Facci read J Michael's latest article on teams calling about Turner. The guys then discuss if moving Turner is a good or a bad idea. The guys close out the show discussing Bjelica linked to Indiana via The Athletic and LeVert's first game in Indiana against his former team.

Turner Highly Coveted by Multiple Teams, Bjelica linked to Pacers + Late Game Struggles Continue

Facci and Alex react to the Caris LeVert's Pacers Debut. Later, the guys discuss Jeremy Lamb's play of late, and look at potential trades that could make sense for the team.

LeVert's Debut + Jeremy Lamb Trade Ideas

To kick off the show, Alex is joined by Tony East to reflect on the first half of the Pacers season, and the guys discuss some things to look forward to in the 2nd half of the season as well as discuss some different trade deadline scenarios for the Pacers. Later, Facci and Alex are joined by former Pacers big man, Antonio Davis. Davis relives some of the great moments in Pacers history, his departure for Toronto, the pros and cons of playing in a small market and then Antonio sits on the hot seat and answers some rapid fire questions.

Antonio Davis & Tony East on the State of the Pacers + Trade Deadline Talk

With the Pacers approaching the NBA Trade Deadline, and a brutal stretch to start the month of March, the guys look at possible trades centered around forward Doug McDermott. The Pacers could be both buyers and sellers at the Deadline according to Zach Lowe, so the guys look at different scenarios in their Doug McDermott trade ideas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

208. Doug McDermott Trade Ideas

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